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Safety Precautions Operator Manual 387366-389
CAUTION–POSSIBLE EQUIPMENT DAMAGE:
Gasket must be fully retracted prior to operating sterilizer door.
Do not try to raise or lower door rapidly as fast operation may damage the manual door
mechanism.
If 0 dry time is selected, sterilizer automatically initiates a vapor removal phase in place of
drying. This phase can still draw a vacuum to 5 inHg. Consult device manufacturer’s
recommendations to verify devices being processed can withstand this depth of vacuum.
Lifting the chamber float switch when cleaning the chamber may cause the sterilizer control
to initiate a Chamber Flooded alarm. If this alarm condition occurs, the operator must turn
the control power OFF then ON to clear the alarm. The control power switch is located in the
mechanical area at the side of the sterilizer. Placing the sterilizer in standby does not clear
this alarm.
Allow thermostatic traps to cool down to room temperature before removing cover. Since
there is nothing to limit expansion, the bellows may rupture or fatigue if trap is opened while
hot.
Actuation at less than 75% of rated pressure can allow debris to contaminate the seat and
cause the safety valve to leak. A leaking safety valve must be replaced.
Insufficient service clearance will make repairs more difficult and time-consuming.
Piping sized too small may cause water hammer, resulting in damage to the sterilizer.
After installation, it is mandatory to brace piping at the drain funnel so that it will not move
vertically.
Ensure door opening is clear of any obstruction before closing the door(s).
Do not attempt to open sterilizer door during manual operation unless chamber is at 0 psig
(0 bar).
Never use a wire brush, abrasives, or steel wool on door and chamber assembly. Do not use
cleaners containing chloride on stainless-steel surfaces. Chloride-based cleaners will
deteriorate stainless steel, eventually leading to failure of the vessel.
Immediately wipe up saline solution spills on loading car, to prevent damage to stainless
steel.
Do not use cleaners containing chlorides on loading cars. Chloride-based cleaners will
deteriorate the loading car metal.
Sterilization of chloride-containing solutions (e.g., saline) can cause chamber corrosion and
is not recommended by the manufacturer. If, however, chloride-containing solutions must be
processed, clean the chamber after each use.
Avoid damage to the integral steam generator daily. Flush the generator daily. Failure to
flush generator daily will void the manufacturer’s warranty.
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